Sidney Poitier was my favorite actor. He inspired the best of humanity; like so many of the greatest artists he expanded the moral imagination of our world—and me, a little kid in New Jersey.

Sharing some late night writing and one of my favorite quotes: "In the midst of winter, I found there was, within me, an invincible summer. And that makes me happy. For it says that no matter how hard the world pushes against me, within me, there’s something stronger – something better, pushing right back." Albert Camus I believe in us.

One of my favorite songs that you all have performed.

Take a moment today to read his seminal work, "I Am Joaquín," which helped encapsulate what it means to be Chicano

I believe this is a must read article for those who aspire to a more beloved country and who admire or even ascribe to a philosophy of nonviolence.

A powerful and important read.